Steven B. Knudsen Chair, District II | Gwinnett County Public Schools
Steven B. Knudsen Chair, District II | Gwinnett County Public Schools
School social workers play a crucial role in Gwinnett County Public Schools (GCPS), acting as first responders to the needs of students. They are described as having all the necessary tools to advise, guide, listen to, and support each student within GCPS. Their work often includes offering support with a warm smile.
In the latest episode of Teaching Gwinnett, GCPS School Superintendent Dr. Calvin J. Watts speaks with finalists for the 2023 GCPS School Social Worker of the Year award. The podcast also features Crystal Baskerville, GCPS' Director of Health and Social Services, who discusses the roles and importance of school social workers and their impact on learning and student lives.
The episode concludes with a segment called Pop Quiz.
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